Picture of the Day - August 21, 2009

Bridge over the Severn Estuary

Photo and narrative by Tony Bailey.                 (Click on the photo for a larger view) A work colleague and I had been photographing the Severn Bridge near Bristol in the UK from a different location earlier that evening, attempting to capture a great sunset. Once the sun had gone down, we decided to head to this particular spot, which is a viewing platform for the bridge and try to obtain some light trails of vehicles passing across this magnificent bridge heading for Wales. After we had set up, we noticed how late the time was and quickly fired off some shots before heading our separate ways home. I only managed to snap three shots, and it was only when I had downloaded them onto the computer that I realized I had a keeper, even if I say so myself! I Hope you enjoy it as much as I do. The camera and settings to capture this image: Camera: Canon EOS 40D Lens: Sigma 10-20mm Aperture: f/16 Exposure time: 100 seconds Shooting mode: Manual exposure plus cable release More photos can be viewed at www.tonybaileyphotography.com.     Visitor Comments... Name: Herb Powell Town: Florence, SC Very nice work Mr. Bailey. The exposure is perfect.     Name: Phyllis Helton Town: Bristol, VA DeLIGHTful!!!!!     Name: Ed Morrison Town: Dunwoody, GA I have seen some mighty nice "bridge" images over the years, but this one is something special. Great job!     Name: Ron Trees Town: Spokane, WA Excellent work here Tony. You have a very nice exposure and composition on this one!! Very nice! As a side note, Phyllis, it is sure nice to see you back!!   Comment on today's picture  |  View previous "Pictures Of The Day"  |  Submit a photo Why I publish the "Picture Of The Day"